From Dumplings to Ramen: The Asian Restaurants Portland Locals Swear By

Portland has quickly made a name for itself as a true food and drink hotspot.

With outstanding reviews in countless articles, features on hit TV shows, and a whole lot of buzz from food lovers, our local culinary scene has truly taken off.

And as someone who’s frequently eating in Portland, I can fully endorse all the hype.

Portland, Maine, Has One of the Best Food Scenes in the Country

It’s about time the city finally shows its staying power. Portland has been a top-tier food and beverage destination for far longer than the national media has given it credit for—and we locals have always known that.

It’s easy to get wrapped up in spending hours discussing and dissecting every little aspect of Portland’s restaurant scene. Quite frankly, it deserves it. Whether you’re downtown, in the Old Port, Libbytown, or the West End, you’ll find incredible food and drink options.

With that in mind, it’s only natural for us to find our favorites. Maybe it’s an established joint, or perhaps it’s brand new—but either way, Portland isn’t lacking when it comes to great spots.

That includes the city’s incredible Asian-inspired food scene. Over the past decade, this cuisine has seen exponential growth here, with more styles, flavors, and concepts adding to Portland's already delicious reputation.

What are the Best Asian Restaurants in Portland, Maine?

So, I decided to put together a list of some of these standout spots—with a little help from our friends and listeners. We did a bit of crowdsourcing to figure out what locals think are the best Asian restaurants in Portland. And I must say, you all delivered.

This is a sure-fire list of some truly wonderful places. It’s a real Murderer’s Row of must-visit restaurants that both Mainers and visitors should check out the next time they’re hungry in Portland.

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How many of these have you been to?